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LASIK Recovery

Some people who are considering LASIK may be curious about LASIK recovery. How long does it take? What does it involve? Is the recovery process even worth having the LASIK itself? Like with any corrective procedure, it is entirely natural to be somewhat nervous and maybe even a little hesitant. We’ll put an end to your hesitance by covering everything you need to know regarding LASIK recovery.

During/Day Of Surgery

Most patients do not experience pain during LASIK recovery, however, there may be some slight discomfort. This discomfort may continue during the day of surgery and is similar to having an eyelash in your eye. It is important to avoid rubbing your eyes and to keep them properly lubricated. Discomfort the day of surgery is entirely normal, as it is only a sign of your eye(s) healing. 24-48 hours after your surgery, your doctor will want to see you to be sure your eyes are healing correctly.

Days After Surgery

Most LASIK patients report that their eyes feel fairly normal the day after having their LASIK procedure. Every patient is different, but most patients are happy about the short recovery time they experience. In fact, patients generally are able to return to work the next day after LASIK, or at least within a few days.

LASIK recovery

What can you expect from LASIK recovery?

Improved Vision

In addition to a short recovery time, many patients experience improved vision immediately following their procedure. However, it is important to understand that the level of prescription that a patient has will affect the patient’s time that they experience improved vision. Patients with higher prescriptions generally notice a quicker improvement than patients with lower prescriptions.

Reward Is Greater Than Risk

LASIK recovery is most definitely worth having the procedure. Of course, like with any surgery, there are associated risks. But most any patient will tell you the reward is much greater than the risk. A life of clear vision is a privilege no one should be denied.

To find out more about LASIK recovery or the risks involved, give us a call! Or, feel free to contact us here. When you’re ready to make a step on your path to clear vision, we offer a free consultation to individually assess you and discuss payment options. Schedule one here!